Esports Shock: Turtle Beach Cuts Ties with Dr Disrespect

Following recent allegations surrounding his 2020 Twitch ban, Turtle Beach has terminated its partnership with Dr Disrespect. The gaming accessory company had a long-standing relationship with the streamer, including a co-branded headset.

The allegations, made by former Twitch employee Cody Conners, claim Dr Disrespect engaged in inappropriate conduct involving a minor via Twitch's Whispers service. These claims have prompted several partners to re-evaluate their relationships with the streamer.

Turtle Beach confirmed to IGN the end of their partnership, removing Dr Disrespect's merchandise from their website. This follows a multi-year sponsorship agreement signed in 2020 and the release of a Dr Disrespect-themed headset.

This isn't Dr Disrespect's only recent partnership casualty. Midnight Society, a game studio co-founded by Beahm (Dr Disrespect), also severed ties, citing a shift in perspective following the surfacing of the allegations.

Dr Disrespect denies the accusations, maintaining his innocence and stating the matter was resolved with Twitch in 2020. He has also announced a temporary break from streaming, potentially extending his planned vacation in light of the current situation. The duration of his hiatus and his future plans remain uncertain.